Fighting Religious Intolerance with ?Punk Muslim?
A new generation of Indonesian Punk Muslims might give conservatives a slap in the face, but some think they are...
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Obtaining a Bank Account, Tax Number & BPJS-K
Living and working in Indonesia, there are always challenges in meeting the changing requirements of the bureaucracy. Some of these...
The Rise and Danger of Fake News
Fake news, a symptom of lazy journalism and deliberate mischief-making, is everywhere. Consequences can be fatal. Many moons ago, “fake...
What it Really Means to Localize Your Business in Indonesia
Some founders looking to localize in Indonesia think it’s as easy as getting your PR manager to translate your website....
Eight Great Places for Authentic Sushi in Jakarta and Bali
Japanese restaurants can be found all over the place in the capital and other big cities in Indonesia. Many local...
Peranakan Cuisine: The Most Delicious Food You Never Knew You Were Eating
May Tien explores the historical and cultural impact of Chinese emigrants and the food they brought to Southeast Asia. The...
How Safe is it to Eat Street Food in Jakarta?
For expats living in Jakarta, eating street food is a risk many are not willing to take. However, for those...
Indonesians Buy More Coffee, Local Output Remains Uncertain
Every year, the archipelago is jockeying with Colombia for the title of “the world’s third largest coffee producer.” As the...
Eight Great Coworking Spaces for Digital Nomads in Jakarta and Bali
Recent trends show people’s increasing desire to work from the comfort of their homes instead of being holed up in...
E-KTP: One Identification Card, Big-time Corruption
Back in October, Fikrul Hanif, a history professor at a teacher’s college in Padang, West Sumatra, trudged to his local...
An Investor’ Guide: How to Acquire a Local Company
Indonesia is a country with great economic potential, one that has been under the probing eyes of the global community....
Government Policies and Expat Employment in Indonesia
The number of expat workers in Indonesia continues to decline this year due to low commodity prices and the government...
How Cabinet Reshuffles Have Affected Indonesia’s Education Reform
In less than three years, Indonesia has seen big changes in its education system. After three primary education ministers took...
Best International Schools in Indonesia
Best International Schools in Indonesia – Top Rated Schools of Indonesia When it comes to education, most parents want to...
Tensions Rise as Freeport-Indonesia Mining Dispute May Go to Court
Tensions arise as Freeport and Indonesia both show no signs of backing down. Here's what you need to know about...
The Gap Between Public and Private Education in Indonesia
By and large, expats in Indonesia send their kids to private international schools. If your family is coming from a...
Authorities Storm the Beach of Gili Trawangan, Crack Down on Businesses
The Indonesian Military and National Police ripped down private structures along the coastline of popular tourist island Gili Trawangan....
Tobacco Bill Lights Up Advocates in 2017
The resurrection of a controversial tobacco bill has escalated the battle between pro-tobacco lobbyists and anti-tobacco activists in 2017. Parliament...
What Expats Needs to Know About Insurance in Indonesia
For expats accustomed to the extensive insurance coverage they had back in their countries of origin, finding the right insurance...
What Kind of Salary Can a Foreigner Expect in Indonesia?
It’s a common question that many soon-to-be expats bound for the archipelago ask: “How much money can I expect to...
What Foreigners Need to Know About Background Checks in Indonesia
If you’re an expat in Indonesia running a startup, a mid-sized organization or a Fortune 500 corporation, it’s critical to...